RE: Neil Peart
It seems to me he made a career out of recycling Ayn Rand (Anthem)
You say recycle, I say homage. Potayto, potahto.
Anything that interests kids in searching out books...
blablabla. Fun to have read "The Fountainhead", then
sought out the Gary Cooper film, as a kid, because of
that band's influence.
Ray Bradury (Martian Chonicles)
-- J.C. Moretta
Are you talking about "The Body Electric"? Android
similarities, but nothing beyond that. I don't *think*
he (NP) ever wrote anything directly relating to RB,
though Frank Black did ("Cult of Ray").
Personally, I've been disappointed with the last few
Rush albums, particularly _Test for Echo_. "Dog Years"
gets my vote for worst Peart lyrics. Silly metaphor,
bad rhymes, etc. Hoping they spring back to "must
buy" status in my book.
In college, I seriously lusted after a hanging poster
of Peart w/ drum kit on a wooden raft in the middle
of a river - it was a promo for Tama (I think), hung
in the window of the local music shop. Very cool
image.
Chris
np: Scud Mtn Boys, Dance the Night Away
RE: Neil Peart
I stopped buying records after Grace Under Pressure. Though, a
friend made me a tape of Roll The Bones ("no synths!") which I
liked well enough. My fave stuff is the Permanent Waves-Moving
Pictures-Signals trio, it's been downhill since then.
Living in the limelight,
Dave
Ditto, except I'd move the bar one album to the right and
include Grace Under Pressure. Anyone else go to a Rush
show during that tour? Remember the collective "h!"
when the lights went down and the cheesy souvenir caps
turned out to have glow-in-the-dark paint on the "p/g" logo?
Now that's something you won't see at a twang show. :)
Actually, I might even bump it to include Power Windows,
just for "Marathon" - "is it living or just existence? Yeah,
you! Takes a little more persistence to get up and go the
distance..." Admiration in spades for Peart's ability to
pull some unexpected and complex rhyme schemes
together.
Chris
ob:Twang - was down in Portland this weekend for the
Mark Eitzel show, and a Gourds album was playing
over the speakers at the Bridgeport brewery. Very
fine music.
RE: Sparklehorse in Philly 4/18
I liked opener Varnaline a **lot** better than on "Sweet Life"--the only album of theirs I have. Live they sounded like a strange amalgam of Galaxie 500 and early Bob Mould playing at Grant Lee Buffalo's house, which is not a bad place to be. I'm tempted to buy their first album. Steve Kirsch I've got Sweet Life, Man of Sin, and Varnaline - I wouldn't recommend the s/t album - a little TOO underproduced for my tastes, but I would give a thumbs up to Man of Sin, for "No Decision No Disciple", "Thorns and Such" and "lbs", all of which should have been on that set list. "NDND", in particular, was a favorite of mine from the Seattle show - uptempo, acoustic guitar with MAJOR hooks. Chris np: Underground Lovers, _Dream it Down_. Been addicted to this one lately, particularly for the songs where Philippa Nihill sings lead - "Holiday" and "Recognise". Perfect summer driving music, even on rainy days.
RE: Underappreciated (long)
--You Am I--"Hi Fi Way"--the second album by these Aussies, where they turn down the Stooges, turn up The Jam and get spectacular results. Next to Afghan Whigs Curve, THE best concert I saw last year. The lead singer has a charisma that controls a crowd like none I've seen, and the band's energy is palpable. I kick myself for the number of their Seattle shows I've missed, and vow it'll never happen again. Amazing show. I tend to prefer the third album, _Hourly, Daily_ and the 4th, _#4 Record_, to their rawer first two. Sidewinders--"Auntie Ramos' Pool Hall"--big, loud, 2-guitar roots rock. I can't imagine a Scorchers fan not liking this one. Steve Kirsch [EMAIL PROTECTED] Another favorite band. This would be my favorite out of their Sidewinders releases. Underappreciated as well, and even more brilliant, was their first release as the Sand Rubies (s/t cd). FYI, Dave Slutes (vocals, guitars) has a release coming on Contingency (http://www.contingency.com) with his side-project, Maryanne. 10 fine power-pop songs - out May 4th, I think. And Rich Hopkins (guitars) has a bunch of stuff in the works for '99 - Luminarios, a Billy Sedlmayr (sp?) disc, and some others I can't remember. Billy co-wrote, or wrote, my favorite tracks on the Luminarios discs _El Paso_ and _Glorious Sounds of Rich Hopkins Luminarios_. Chris
RE: criminally underappreciated albums of the '90s
Several LOVELY songs there that have made many a mix tape: "Keep My Word" and "Open Invitation" spring to mind. Chris -- From: Robin Hall[SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] This morning I was listening to Grant McLennan's "Horsebreaker Star," wondering why it did absolutely nothing, also noticing that it sounded better now than id did four years ago. Mclennan was in the great Go-Betweens. "Horsebreaker Star" was produced by John Keane.
RE: The perfect single (was Re: Weller's Prime)
Dan Penn(ington) - Do Right Woman K Oh. I'll take the version done by Maria Doyle in "The Commitments". *swoon* Chris
RE: Khaki Country
We should all just admit we love GAP ads. We all watch em. Admit it. Good lookin people, cool music, and nice pants. I'd be wearing em now if they didn't cost so damn much. Got the Target version instead. Matt "dynamite with a laser beam" Benz It's true. Just like the "cute brunette in the M*A*S*H credits", there's a certain (unknown) celebrity in these spiffy ads. "cute first blonde in the go-go Gap ad" is my current idolization, though the "short haired redhead in the country Gap ad" is a runner-up. Why Shania hasn't been plucked for spokespersondom is a mystery. Probably asked, and refused. Chris
Pistoleros - was RE: Cereal Wars
Morgan - Not bad if you like the Gin Blossoms. The Pistoleros have one album (that I know of) called _Hang On to Nothing_. Fans of the late Doug Hopkins (GBs guitarist, kicked out, killed himself) - like myself - will enjoy their cover of his "My Guardian Angel". Think of the GBs, but with TexMex flavoring, or Jolene's _In the Gloaming_. All similarly appealing guitar rock. Chris Appearances on: Soul Asylum, Uncle Tupelo, Maria McKee, Counting Crows, Joe Henry, Victoria Williams, John Hiatt, Wallflowers, Roger McGuinn, Pistoleros, Golden Smog . . . -jim Hey Jim, sorry, I was signed off for the night... Pistoleros? I haven't heard of them... Decent material? Morgan
Falkner (was RE: A Fine Release Out Today (Twangless))
PS: Anyone captivated by the new Jason Faulkner? Jerry Listening to this now, after seeing him open for Mercury Rev Sunday. It's still sinking in as an album, but "My Lucky Day" and "Eloquence" are brilliant, brilliant pop gems. A good follow-on from his previous work. Haven't heard his first solo, but it sounds very Jellyfish (w/o the Beatles/Queen bombast) and Grays-ish. Twang-ish: opinions on Red Star Belgrade? I love "Saddest Girl" with its slow, hypnotic guitar and male/female vocals, have been stalling on buying a full-length for a while now, and now it's in "this song will repeat on your mental jukebox until you buy the cd" mode. Chris np: Falkner out, Kodo's _Sai-so_ in.
RE: Weller's Prime
--junior PS. Cap'n Crunch over Quisp or Quake anyday, baby... Amen. Worth the shredded mouth for that sugary taste. Crunchberries - even better. A friend mentioned that she saw an ALL Cap'n Crunchberries cereal - and we both thought that took all the fun out of it. Using all my fluff and somebody else's, too. Chris np: The Beta Band, _The Three E.P.'s_
RE: RIP Zero Hour
That's a real shame. Besides putting out _Sweet Life_, a fave from last year, they also released the sublime _Shrink_ by the Notwist, which I LOVED. Imagine a German New Order combined with jazz and electronica. A brilliant record. Chris Got an e-mail today from onew of the staff at Zero Hour (Steve Wynn, Varnaline) that the label shut its doors today. Jeff
RE: Japanese hipsterism....
Years ago, there was a band I played on my college radio show (Humpe Humpe?) that had a GREAT song called "Yama-ha", with a chorus like - "Yamaha, Mitsubishi, Toyota, Suzuki, Sony, Minolta, Kawasaki, Sanyo, Casio, Toshiba" Very catchy, for just parading brandnames. Chris "Red Car Go Fast Ha! Ha! Ha!" Dave Sounds like a Japanese Russ Meyer film.
RE: Ace Ventura....huh? (one iota o' twang)
GGD opened for, I think, the 'Mats, and some kid up front was yelling "you suck, bring on the 'Mats," etc. GGD bassist asks them to turn up the house lights so he can identify said punk, vows he's going to jump off stage and kick his ass as soon as the set ends. He didn't. Dave That'd be Robby, who looks like a cross between Meatloaf and Cousin Itt. Thought it was cool that they kept the split songwriting/singing going with the new one, when you KNOW everyone's told them to let John take sole control of the reins. Chris np: Varnaline, Man of Sin - "No Decision No Disciple" is a fine song. Don't miss them with Sparklehorse, if you get the chance.
RE: Scud Mountain Boys info needed
Joe Pernice broke up the band and released a fine, fine, fine, fine record _Overcome by Happiness_ on SubPop, with his new, aptly-named group, Pernice Brothers. I think their booking agent is a P2 member. I hear there's a new PB album coming this year - psyched already. Chris -- From: Kelly Kessler[SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Reply To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, March 31, 1999 8:59 AM To: passenger side Subject: Scud Mountain Boys info needed Are the SMB's alive and kicking? If so, does anyone know how to contact them? One of Chicago's more respectable venues (in other words, nobody I'm affiliated with) wants to know. Thanks, Kelly
RE: ISO digital Todd Snider Blue Mt. trades
I deleted the original e-mail, being uninterested in the subject, but was he looking for a boot of the new album (which is cheap and inexcusable) or digital versions of peoples' taped concerts (which I'm all for, providing it's a fair trade, seeing as how it's not money from the artist's/label's pocket)? From the clipped bit, it reads like he's looking for non-released material, and wants to trade. As an artist, what's your take on that? Chris In a message dated 3/24/99 12:04:39 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'm trying to track down some digital Todd Snider and Blue Mt. I would prefer to receive in CDR format, but will trade my CDRs or videos (ask for list) for DAT as well. Well, I have been trying to keep my mouth shut, but this really pisses me off. You know Todd is so nice that he does not really give a shit, but since he is trying to make a living, and since he does have a new record coming out soon why don't you just wait to buy it, rather than steal from him. By the way, I sent this on to Todd, and his manager you asshole!
RE: ISO digital Todd Snider Blue Mt. trades
If a record label released material without the consent of the artist, wouldn't it be obvious that something rotten was going on? If so, what's the difference here? The financial principle is an important one, but it's not the only one; the principle of an artist's control over what material gets into the marketplace is another one, and there's a pretty obvious violation of it here. Jon Weisberger I guess it's like arguing politics and religion - people have pre-set opinions and discussion isn't going to change one's mind. The financial aspect is the overwhelming point, imo. If he's looking to get concert recordings or unreleased b-sides on cdr, without money exchanging hands, then I'm all for it. (Most audience- recorded boots bite in the quality range, as far as I've found.) This also naively assumes that the person buys all the official product once it becomes available anyway (the few boots I have are in addition to owning entire available catalog - Lloyd Cole, the Replacements, etc...) I can respect the "artist's control over material" argument, but when it comes to a decision over trading (or even buying) cdrs of material that isn't currently available (like current Mark Eitzel shows with new songs and no release date in sight), my fannish devotion overwhelms that concern, and I can sleep with that burden. I'll be at the shows, I'll buy the official record, but I want more than that. I want cd versions of vinyl only songs from old 12" singles, I want that live cover of a VU song, etc... In elementary terms, it's a "what they don't know, won't hurt them" logic - not very defensible, but I'm sticking to it. Reading Nancy's well-written post, I still feel this way. Because the artist wouldn't have a way of directly netting money from taped concerts (unless they release their own concert cds), I can't see it as money from the artist. All the Dead, Dylan, Van Morrison tapes out there, where each concert has its own unique moments - some people want tapes of as many shows as they can find, and there's no way a single (or multiple) official release would satisfy the craving. And - unless the artist AND venue have come out as tape-friendly - I doubt someone would risk losing their MiniDisc recorder by asking a performer for permission, so it'll remain an underground pursuit. But within my gray moral boundaries, I'd never dub a cdr of an official recording. That subverts the whole fan/devotee platform from where I derive a lot of my listening pleasure. I would tape a song or two on a mix tape, in hopes of influencing official purchases by the recipient, however. Chris, music slut np: Yo La Tengo - Electr-O-Pura, official version...
RE: Lloyd Cole (twangless)
Leaping up in promotion of a fave - He's got a new backing band (more a gang of friends than followers) - Michael Koch, Jill Sobule, Dave Derby, and Rafa Maciejek - dubbed the Negatives. Tracks are apparently done for a new album, but from a fan conversation relayed on the LC mailing list, it's not coming anytime soon. There is a LC song on the _Pop Romantique_ compilation, a cover of Dylan's "If You Gotta Go, Go Now", sung in French. This joins a new UK compilation, the 20 song _The Lloyd Cole Collection_, which includes two new songs, "That Boy" and "Fool You Are". A two-part "That Boy" UK single was released, then pulled back (anyone who can find me copies, my first born, arm leg, whatever - it's yours). Along with the delayed LC the Negatives disc (hopefully out on Ryko this year), Lloyd's written a soundtrack of instrumental music, in a soundtrack vein, which might or might not be released. And, given the iffiness of this future music, he's said recently that he's going to go back to school and bail on the music biz. *sigh* As close to an official LC site as exists: http://songwriting.com/lloydcole/ further ob twang: my favorite LC song is "Why I Love Country Music", off _Easy Pieces_. Chris np: Willard Grant Conspiracy, _Flying Low_ There's a name I don't believe I've seen show up here before (or at least not in a long time)anyone know what Lloyd Cole is up to these days? TL (ob. twang content: he mentions George Jones in a song on his self-titled album.)
RE: boot me baby, but don't sell it
If they are real fans, how can they do this. Good question. I've always wondered how someone who thinks that their *want* outweighs any ethical (not to mention legal) consideration for the artist in question can call themselves a fan. Jon Weisberger http://www.dictionary.com/cgi-bin/dict.pl?db=*term=fan fan n 1: a device for creating a current of air by movement of a surface or surfaces 2: an enthusiastic devotee of sports [syn: sports fan] 3: an ardent follower [syn: buff, devotee, lover, afficionado] v 1: strike out a batter, in baseball [syn: strike out] 2: make fiercer; as of emotions; "fan hatred" 3: agitate the air 4: separate from chaff; of grain [syn: winnow] With my "want" of a concert boot that somebody's selling/trading, I think I fit under # 3. I may not relish paying $15 for a homemade concert cdr, or $30 for a cdr of b-sides that someone else has spent years assembling (though THAT one I did willingly), but if I have to choose between coloring in the lines and having one or two official discs or scrawling outside and having as many as possible, give me the drunken crayon and the broke checkbook, baby! Not that I don't think the outbreak of homemade cdr boots isn't regrettable, but hey - welcome to capitalism. If there's a buck to be made... And nope, don't consider these people "fans". Seems to me, it's pretty clear that no matter how much you "support" a musician by buying their product, it'll be a pathetic bargaining chip at the time a judge is figuring out your fine or prison sentence. Kate. 60 days community service for purchasing from Tunnel Records? You think? GrayZone may go after Kiss the Stone or the cdr maker who's foolish enough to advertise on newsgroups, but I can't EVER see them coming after the consumer. What would they gain? Chris awash in moral gray, but agreeing with the subject
RE: $10 off Music Blvd coupon
Some of my amassed bookmarks -
Twangg!
http://milesofmusic.com/home.html - has something to do with
country. Surly sales staff, though...beware the frumious
bandersnatch!
UK site, that's been very, very good to me - used UK discs
at a good price. He (Chris) found two cd singles that I'd been
after for three years.
http://www.cmsmusic.co.uk/home.htm
Great Washington state used store, can't tell you how much
I've spent there since '89, but it'd make me wince if I knew.
Besides selling used discs for $10, they offer a buy $100,
get $10 free that keeps me happy.
http://www.cellophane.com/
Internet marketplace, lists a good deal of music you won't
see available elsewhere. Beware backorder companies,
though, like WMI - experience is that they can LIST a cd,
but not necessarily get the disc. ("I'm not arguing that
with you. I know he can GET the job, but can he DO the
job? I'm NOT arguing that with you..." - Mr. Waturi, from
my favorite movie, Joe vs. the Volcano)
http://gemm.com/
Spendy new cd place, good for Japanese/UK imports,
mainly pop/rock. Good for $10 new UK cd singles.
http://www.sirencd.com/
Spendy places that might have those rarities you're
looking for, in order of recommendation. I've bought from
them all, but have noticed that the last two are $5+ over
decent market price, fairly regularly.
http://www.vinyltap.co.uk/
http://www.slcd.com/
http://www.alternativemusic.com/
http://www.modified-music.com/
A wantlist site that's helped me find more than a
handful of discs on my wantlist. Now down to
ONE! (The Flying Pennta, a Julia Fordham soundtrack -
help me, help me...)
http://www.swcp.com/lazlo/Wantlists/
Parasol - haven't ordered from them, but hear they're good
and cheap. Mainly alt/indie music (won't pull customers
from MoM)
http://indies.com/catalog/catalog.html
Australian sites - if we have any Aussiephiles here (Paul
Kelly, Glide, the Church, the Whitlams, Underground
Lovers, etc. - great stuff). Redeye provided a Church
single I'd been after for three years. Fast mailing, too
http://www.redeye.com.au/
http://www.musicworld.com.au//search.html
Hope these interest somebody.
Chris
Good point...Anyone want to post a few URL's and reviews?
RE: $10 off Music Blvd coupon
Just to clarify from my other e-mail. This was my attempt at a joke. The MoM staff is EXTREMELY friendly and kind. *sigh* "...and what's all this fuss about endangered feces?" Chris Some of my amassed bookmarks - Twangg! http://milesofmusic.com/home.html - has something to do with country. Surly sales staff, though.
RE: Promo CDs Online? (was $10 off Music Blvd coupon)
http://www.slcd.com/ lists a "Straightface" - two copies of a 1 track promo. No listing for Buckner. http://www.thefinest.com/ has a TON of promos, including a lot of concert shows. Quite a few country selections, too. "20,000 selections" - you'd think they'd have a search engine, but nope. I didn't see either of the two you're after there, but I only browsed the cd singles. If you haven't already done this, when I look, I hit Metacrawler, AltaVista and Hotbot, and do searches on the cd titles. That's led to a big list of bookmarked stores. Good luck! Chris -- Can anybody point me in the direction of an online store with a good selection of hard to get promo CDs? In particular I'm looking for a copy of the Richard Buckner thing "Live At Schuba's Tavern" and perhaps Son Volt's "Straightface" EP. Just askin', Slonedog
RE: Inflammable Material on WXDU Playlist
http://gemm.com/ is a good starting point. Watch out for any site that claims backorder ability - particularly WMI, who seem to have a catalog of nothing but backorder items. http://www.cellophane.com - has the '76-'81 comp, fyi. Great store, I can vouch for them. WA local outfit. Chris Soft Boys/Yodelling Hoover/Wading Through a Ventilator Does anyone know if it is possible to find Soft Boys albums anywhere? I have been searching for a while for anything I can find on CD or LP on the web and in used record stores and special order stores, but no no avail. Chad
RE: Fragile Jewel Cases
It may just be my imagination but it seems to me that the jewel cases with clear trays have busted rings more often than the ones with the black trays and unfortunately I do not have extras of those. I don't think it's your imagination. Ryko's eye-catching green tinged cases break the most often for me, personally. That 'mats _All for Nothing_ clear 2cd case? Busted, by the fourth play. But this is impossible with the cardboard sleeve / plastic tray combinations Yep, treat your digipaks like gold. 2. Does anybody know of a source for the more exotic jewel cases? I've seen clear/colored cases at Tower Records for a decent price ($6 for 10), if you want to get a replacement stock set aside. Chris np: Maryanne, Your First Your Last Your Everything
RE: Fragile Jewel Cases
Ryko cases are the *worst*. I don't own a single Ryko case that's intact, and I've probably got dozens of Ryko discs. Most of them were broken from the day I brought them home Ditto. Isn't that annoying? Luckily, the cd medium is more durable than vinyl. It still feels like nails on a chalkboard when I open the cover and the disc slides over the crumbled center knobs, though. Chris
RE: Clip: Buckner interview from Willamette Weekly
Sweet. I hope ND and the rest of the crud return the favor. Likewise. And while Dave pointed out one of Buckner's idiocies, there were *plenty* in that interview -- the man really painted himself a fool. His 15 minutes must almost be up, I hope. Bob Hmmm. I don't - _Since_ is great. But like Bob says, there were plenty of foibles apparent in that interview - I winced a couple of times in sympathy for the reviewer. My impression from that review is of an angry guy with a lit, decreasing fuse. Like the songs, dislike the singer? Also - Damon Bramblett's song (off Kelly Willis' new cd) - Kurt Cobain springs to mind, something about the lyrical flow and Cobain's stream-of-consciousness writing. Too simplistic/ obvious an interpretation? "to see that cannonball melt in your mind" started that thought. I guess with the last verse, "grab a tail on this big gray whale", it could be about Jeff Buckley, too. "Heaven Bound" and Buckley's amazing "Grace" - hmmm. Years of lit overanalysis begging to be used... Chris ruined by T.S.E. and W.S. np: Van Morrison's _Back on Top_
RE: Joe Henry - Fuse (over the wall post)
"Fuse" is a great song - listen to the lyrics, particularly the image of "her fingers on your lips are like a penny for a fuse". And "Great Lake" is stellar as well, with that first stanza situation of the guy who's got the crush on the girl who's resting her hands on his shoulders while part of a group in a restaurant, and eyes closed, thinking she's talking to him, only to open his eyes and disappointedly discover she's happy to see someone else. 'course this was my first JH, which I picked up thanks to pre-babble on P2, so I guess I'm the reverse - liking _Fuse_, then _Trampoline_ (which I bought), then the countrified discs. Chris Chad wrote: I was going to go see him, but now I don't know if I should waste my time. So would anyone be willing to enlighten me, or tell me why I'm listening the wrong way, etc.? I'm more a fan of his "Kindness of the World" period and was slow to come around to "Trampoline" as well. But in particular I recall the versions of "Ohio Air Show Crash" and "Like She Was A Hammer" (one of the best songs on "Fuse") really swung on the show. The grooves he uses sound a bit more musical and less mechanical live. Plus he's an interesting guy to watch perform. I really like "...Hammer" and "Skin Teeth" from the new one and the rest of it is growing on me. Give it another shot and don't miss the show. Peace, Slonedog
Kelly Willis song comments
If anyone's interested - I got these off the Ryko press promo for Kelly's
new album. I find behind-the-scenes info extremely interesting.
Several things -
"Got A Feelin' For Ya" is a retitling of the song
"Real Deep Feeling" (as she calls it in the notes).
And an album of Paul Kelly covers? Bring it on!
Any mistypings are likely mine.
Chris
--
Take Me Down (KW/Gary Louris)
One of several songs I've written with him. This song was inspired by a very
bad boyfriend.
What I Deserve (KW/Gary Louris)
I started this song in a hotel room when I was extremely lonely. Chuck's phase
shifted guitar is my favorite part of this recording.
Heaven Bound (Damon Bramblett)
Damon Bramblett has a very unique style and you should hear him sometime. I
think I know what this song's about but he's not telling.
Talk Like That (KW)
I did a press conference in Mexico with Ricky Skaggs once and the way he
spoke sounded like family to me. Being an army brat, I've never felt like I
had a place to call home but I came to realize I was from a time and people,
more than a place.
Not Forgotten You (Bruce Robison)
Wrapped (Bruce Robison)
Bruce has a gift for melody, but not only that his lyrics are natural. I'm
drawn into his songs emotionally and not just because I hope they're about
me.
Cradle of Love (Paul Kelly)
This is the second Paul Kelly song I've recorded. Maybe I'll do an entire
album someday! I started working this song with the band before it even
occured to me that there might be something sexy going on here.
Got A Feelin' For Ya ("Real Deep Feeling" - (Dan Penn/Chuck Prophet))
I had so much fun recording with Chuck Prophet. He played this song for
me and all I wanted to do was sing just like him. So I got him to sing
it with me. Everyone had fun making this record!
Time Has Told Me (Nick Drake)
This may be the most beautiful love song I've ever heard. And it's a
contender for my favorite recording on the album.
Fading Fast (KW/John Leventhal)
This song was on a promotional EP of demos I made at AM Records. I was
afraid it would never get heard so I recorded it again.
Happy With That(KW/Gary Louris)
Amy Farris is a show stealer. She may have stolen this recording too.
They're Blind (Paul Westerberg)
Westerberg lyrics of course appealed to the "under-appreciated artist" in
me! If someone can help you romanticize your plight in life, more power
to them. I thought it would be great to do a country version of thsi song.
We didn't really do that, but it's countrier than his version.
Not Long for This World (KW/John Leventhal)
You can usually tell when your life is about to change dramatically, but
you ignore it, thinking it might go away. This is about that moment of
acknowledgement.
RE: MoM/ND/Tractor Party
former beer bonger God, I miss college. np: memories of a foolish sorority friend who bonged strawberry daiquiris. Do not try this at home, sports fans. Chris
Don't! Squeeze (they're charmin') RE: Friday's 'Ghosts' Winner
My vote for a Band to be Eradicated: Squeeze Though I've drifted away from recent releases, "Pulling Mussels from the Shell", "Black Coffee in Bed", etc. were such a part of my college dating/dancing soundtracks, that I must cry "Nay!" "When the Hangover Strikes" and "If I Didn't Love You" are also sublime. I offer in return: Dead or Alive and Dokken. Or are transsexual new wave bands and hair metal too easy? Chris
RE: Grammyszzzzzzzzz....
Which was Martina's original appeal to me. Her EYES, you cheeky monkeys. Chris I believe her appeal lies in another set of twins, actually Not to beat a dead horse, but could someone who saw Shania's performance tonight, puh-leeze explain to me what she's got to do with country music? Oh it must be the twin fiddles in the band. g
RE: lambchop on Conan again
If anyone tapes that show, I'd love a copy. Three great acts... Chris If you are in the neighborhood, Josh Rouse, Lambchop, and Vic will be performing tomorrow night, Friday, here in Nashville. meshel n'vegas
RE: Nick Hornby / Tom Perrotta
Oh, man. That's a musichound's bible, for all the great mix tape philosophies the main character expounds. Why am I picturing a soundtrack of Eve 6, Dishwalla, and Harvey Danger? If any flick deserves a great soundtrack, it's this one, down to the track order. (sigh). Chris np: mental images of Shania's washboard stomach -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED][SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Thursday, February 25, 1999 2:38 PM To: passenger side Subject: RE: Nick Hornby / Tom Perrotta from today's Austin Chronicle: "After producers of the upcoming film version of Nick Hornby's High Fidelity (shooting in either Austin or Chicago) solicited every Hickman, McKay, McKenzie and Crowley in town to send their press pack, it was revealed that every Amos, Loeb, Love and Phair were also asked to submit materials for the part."
RE: Birthday inquiry
LW - Jan 26, 1953 in Lake Charles, LA -- From: Kelly Hogan[SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Thursday, February 25, 1999 3:11 PM To: passenger side Subject: Birthday inquiry Hello y'all -- Could you guys help me out with a little Nancy Drew action? I need to know Lucinda Williams' and Vic Chestnutt's birthdays... Anyone? Standing by -- Your Hogan
RE: Birthday inquiry
Vic Chesnutt Born November 12, 1964, in Jacksonville, FL. - according to http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ts/artist-biography/58379/t/002-6838385-6637442 But the AMG says "1965". "Fascinating, Captain." Could you guys help me out with a little Nancy Drew action? *ahem* Frank Hardy, s-v-p. I need to know Lucinda Williams' and Vic Chestnutt's birthdays... Anyone? "Bueller?..." Chris
RE: cheap flights / np: Paul Kelly earperk
np Paul Kelly's Words and Music. Interesting stuff, reminds me of a cross between Richard Thompson and Lou Reed. Guy's got a bad attitude. I love it. http://www.amws.com.au/pk/pk.html If that's your first exposure to Paul Kelly, the Australian wonder, and you want to go back catalog, here's a great web site. I'd recommend _Gossip_ or _Under the Sun_ as a second purchase (back in the Paul Kelly the Messengers/Colored Girls days.) Others might have different suggestions. Chris np: Joe Henry - Fuse
Paul Kelly? RE: Kelly Willis on CD TV
her cover of Paul Kelly's "Cradle of Love" is outstanding. The Australian Paul Kelly? I can't find "Cradle of Love" anywhere on his discography. Is it the Kelly of Paul K the Weathermen? Chris
RE: Poor Paul Westerberg
Poor Paul Westerberg. He spent his time in the Mats cracking jokes, and
everyone took him seriously. Now, he spends his time taking himself
seriously, and everyone thinks he's a joke.
Arguments lose me when they generalize. "everyone"? Sez you.
Fwiw, you'd be hard-pressed finding a more dysfunctional, whining
bunch of "fans" than the alt.music.replacements newsgroup. It used
to be different, but the last year or so, the newsgroup's
been overwhelmed by people hypercritical of Paul (and Tommy,
Chris, and Slim, to a lesser extent). New album coming?
"Bet it sucks" is the majority response. I don't understand
this sort of "fan". They strike me more as a "keeper", someone
who wants their musician held timeless in a cage. I like to think
the open-minded fans are just lurking, sifting through the gravel
for nuggets of info.
He's not the same drunken poet of the 'Tim' era. I'm not the
same v-chested swimmer from college. Time moves on, styles tastes
change. The new album sounds wonderful. From the same man who
wrote "Skyway", "Within Your Reach", "Sadly Beautiful", "Here
Comes a Regular", and all those other wonderful tunes, I'd expect
no less.
Instrumentally, it doesn't have to sound the same - as Neil mentioned,
his voice is all it takes to set off a sympathetic reaction. It's not
a perfect album - I'm still struggling to find the meaning behind
"Actor in the Street" - but it's a darn good one. Five years ago,
I doubt Shawn Colvin and Paul Westerberg dueting would have
thrilled me. Now, "Born for Me" is blissful. ("Self-Defense" remains
my favorite track.) It's worth the $15 to make up your own mind.
I'm buying the finished version next Tuesday.
Chris
np: PW - Suicaine Gratification, on repeat shuffle
RE: remove
I don't think that will work, if some twit's subscribed the passenger mailing list to this spam.
sparklehorse
You saw "Pig", right? That's intentionally distorted. Mark (Linkous, who *is* Sparklehorse) had an accident two years ago where he took too many pills on top of anti-depression medication he was on (I've read valium pills and booze pills - but the former more often). He collapsed in such a way that he cut off circulation to his legs, and nearly lost them, spending a year in a wheelchair. Added to that, his heart stopped for a couple minutes on the operating table. Many of the songs deal with the experience. "Pig" strikes me as an angry rave about everything he'd rather be, than what he is - stuck in a wheelchair. But he varies the techniques, some songs are spare guitar, others use a quirky array of old electronic gadgets. "Saint Mary" breaks my heart every time I hear it - the despair of a man going up to the "bloody theater" under the "bright lights" yet again, weary to the bone. He's said in an interview that he feels some sense of "guilt" that his good friend Vic Chesnutt is permanently wheelchair-bound, while he's back on his feet. Don't judge it by "Pig". "Sick of Goodbyes" is a stompy rocker, "Saint Mary" is spare and beautiful, "Ghost of His Smile" has a cute keyboard intro, "All Night Home" is a perfect 4 a.m. road tune, and "Maria's Little Elbows" has already gone on two mixtapes. Seventeen songs - he uses the room to experiment, yet it comes together as a whole. http://www.parlophone.co.uk/sparklehorse/ has articles which do a better job of description. Chris As far as Sparklehorse goes, I saw the video on 120 minutes the other night and was wondering...are the rest of the songs sung with distortion used on the vocals? I have read quite a bit about this band here and elsewhere and was pretty excited to hear what they sounded like. Gotta say the song didn't do much for me and that distorted vocal thing is kinda tired. Not saying I'm giving up, just wondering. thanks, rebecca
RE: Question about TV bands
Didn't the Flintstones have a Pebbles Bamm-Bamm offshoot where the kids sang in a band? Scooby-Doo - classic era - had the song breaks during chase scenes, but Fred and Daphne never sang, so never mind. The Bugaloos! How could I forget? There have to be other Sid Marty Krofft shows with "bands". The Muppet Show - "A - ni - MAL! A - ni - MAL!" "My name is Chris, I'm a tv addict." Chris Neal - "California Dreams" (a show most likely to be *just* like the Weiss childhood...but I think Neal calls them just "The Dreams" like most of their fans) Bill - "The Heights" (how *do* you talk to an angel?) (Bill is also allowed to speak on Jamie whatshisname's solo career on 90210) Cheryl - "Catwalk" (wasn't there a band in that series?) Paul
RE: Question about TV bands
C'mon you people, that's not deep enough: I'm not worthy, I'm not worthy... Banana Splits - The Sovines, Jamie Swedberg and I had a big conversation on this one Sat. morning after our show. Mitch Matthews Gravel Train/Sunken Road I offer - Tra la la, la la la la Tra la la, la la la la One banana, two banana, three banana, four Four bananas make a bunch and so do many more. Over hill and highway the banana buggies go, Coming up to bring you the Banana Splits show Tra la la, la la la la Four bananas, three bananas, two bananas, one All bananas playing in the bright warm sun, Flipping like a pancake, popping like a cork, Fleagle, Bingo, Drooper and Snork. Tra la la, la la la la Tra la la, la la la la Now, at least, I don't feel like such an addict in the shadow of Mitch. Woohoo! Lot of good memories in this thread. Chris
RE: Question about TV bands
Why does that shit stick in one's head and yet I can't grasp C++ programming? g TV memory cells have been proven scientifically to be superior in a Darwinian sense to anything related to career growth. Also, beer has formed a non- aggression pact with the tv cells, and they gang up on the career cells. Chris NP: Pinetop Seven - No Breath in the Bellows
RE: Question about TV bands
Have we mentioned The Chipmunks yet? (Every album becomes a Chipmunks album with the proper rpm increase). Chris
Paul Kelly
Words Music - it's superb. His best solo effort yet, imo.
Punched up guitar, reggae/blues influences allowed to
shine, and the best darn Xmas song I've heard in many
years ("How to Make Gravy"). My favorite song rotates,
depending on mood: the above tune, "I'd Rather Go Blind",
"Glory Be to God" (a lustful ode to his wife), "Gutless
Wonder", "Tease Me"... Well worth the money.
He played Seattle's Crocodile Cafe last June. The songs
were even better live.
Chris
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From: Jerry Curry[SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
NP: Paul Kelly - Wanted Man
BTW, what's the name of his latest and what's it like?
Jerry
RE: Upcoming San Francisco shows of interest
Plus, another plug for : Lullaby for the Working Class and Edith Frost at the Bottom of the Hill, S.F. Tuesday, February 2nd. Lullaby info, if not acquainted - http://www.saddle-creek.com/ - their label http://www.bar-none.com/bios/lullabio2.html Bio from their first record. http://www.bar-none.com/bios/lulla_light_bio2.html Bio from their second record.
RE: Upcoming San Francisco shows of interest
Plus, another plug for : Lullaby for the Working Class and Edith Frost at the Bottom of the Hill, S.F. Tuesday, February 2nd. Is Varnaline playing with Lullaby for the Working Class as well? I thought I read that somewhere. If so, what a triple header, eh folks? from http://members.tripod.com/~edithfrost/gigalert.html Monday, February 1st Claremont, CA - Claremont Colleges (venue TBA; with Lullaby For The Working Class) Tuesday, February 2nd San Francisco, CA - Bottom of the Hill 1233 17th Street - (415) 626-4455 (ALL AGES; with Lullaby For The Working Class, Varnaline) Y'all are lucky - Seattle's gig subs Jana McCall for Varnaline - not sure if the Portland gig does, too. Edith doesn't list them on that bill. *sigh* Chris
RE: The Fifth Beatle
Ah - I was going with the "It's a Wonderful Life" reference. "Jooseph! Oh, Jseph!" I can't believe that with all the pop culture geeks on this list that no one's gotten the "Clarence, the Fifth Beatle" reference. It's from an Eddie Murphy Saturday Night Live sketch, where they overdubbed his vocals onto Beatles songs and superimposed his face into band photos. that fact that I do know this probably speaks volumes as to my social life at the time jim catalano
RE: Split Enz - True Colours
http://www.allmusic.com/cg/x.exe?p=amgsql=A18685 "Iris" is on _Waiata_. Also called _Corroboree_ (and the reason I couldn't replace my tape of _Waiata_ - I was looking for the wrong title). It's this album and _Time and Tide_ that vie for my favorite Enz discs. Favorite song? Too tough. "I Don't Wanna Dance", "Hello Sandy Allen", "Dirty Creature", "Message to My Girl", "Six Months in a Leaky Boat"... Great, great, band. Chris Trip down memory lane here. The radio station I worked at in college had that same album. I forgot all about that cool etching. I believe that album also contained my favorite Split Enz song of all - "Iris". Am I right, Jerry? And do you have that album? The Split Enz greatest hits cd does not include "Iris", unfortunately. marie
Sparklehorsin' around
Is it just me, or does "Ghost of His Smile" bring up memories of the Buckaroo Banzai theme song? Whatever, it makes me grin. Sophie, if you're interviewing Mark, do you know if he's seen the movie, or is this is just a coincidence? Chris
RE: Split Enz - True Colours
http://www.geocities.com/Hollywood/Lot/8122/chindex.htm Could it be the song below? Possible, as it's only on their greatest hits cd, so they might have been playing it to promote the cd's release. EVERYTHING IS GOOD FOR YOU (Neil Finn) I see a man with a flag and he leads the procession and a woman shedding tears for a man locked in prison... Unless it's the incredibly fine "Recurring Dream" (title of the greatest hits, but not included. Logic?) I don't know what the lyrics to that song are, and they're not included on the above site. Of course, now I'm singing "shed my skin, I just wanna shed my skin" - Midnight Oil's "Sell My Soul". Up goes the volume on AMC's _California_! Not much = help, much = free time. Chris I saw Crowded House live on MTV some years ago and they did a song that I didn't recognize. The only lyric I can remember is somthing about "shedding skin". Since it looks like we have some Finn experts here I thought I would float it out.
Paul Westerberg RE: Playlist PBS-FM, Melbourne, Australia, Jan 14 1998
"Actor in the Street". What's your impression of this cd? I dig it more and more. It's Paul's gentlest album to date - the 'mats newsgroup is already complaining. But I find the contemplative lyrics very enjoyable, and the spare music on some of the songs makes for an intimate listening atmosphere. "Self Defense" and "Sunrise Already Listens" are my current favorites. He's playing SXSW (Austin, TX) on March 19 (you lucky people) and has a 10 show mini-tour planned, but no locations known yet, afaik. If he comes to Seattle, I'm there. Chris -- From: Sophie Best[SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Thursday, January 14, 1999 3:46 PM To: passenger side Subject: Playlist PBS-FM, Melbourne, Australia, Jan 14 1998 Paul Westerberg - that song towards the end about the actor...
Lullaby for the Working Class tour dates RE: SF Bay Area RAB/Country Calendar
From the Saddle Creek web site: All shows with Edith Frost (Drag City) except for * Jan. 16- Omaha, NE @ The Cog Factory* Jan. 20- Memphis, TN @ The Map Room Jan. 21- New Orleans, LA @ The Mermaid Lounge Jan. 22- Houston, TX @ Rudyards Jan. 23- Austin, TX @ Emo's Jan. 24- Denton, TX @ Rubber Gloves Jan. 25- San Antonio, TX @ The Reverb Lounge Jan. 27- Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad Jan. 28- Tempe, AZ @ Stinkweeds Jan. 29- Tucson, AZ @ Club Congress w/ Vic Chestnutt Jan. 30- TBA Jan. 31-San Diego, CA @ The Casbah Feb. 1- Los Angeles, CA @ Spaceland Feb. 2- San Francisco, CA @ Bottom of the Hill w/ Varnaline Feb. 3- Arcata, CA Feb. 4- TBA Feb. 5- Portland, OR @ EJ's w/ Varnaline Feb. 6- Seattle, WA @ The Breakroom w/ Varnaline Don't know if this has been posted already, as I just subscribed. I figure it can't hurt to plug a favorite. For those who haven't heard of Lullaby, Bar-None has a nice bio at http://www.bar-none.com/bios/lulla_light_bio2.html Back to lurkville. Chris
